Brompton Technology Tessera M2 User manual

Tessera Processor
User Manual
For M2, T1 and S4 processors
Software Version: V1.2

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Contents
Contents 2
Chapter 1 - Introduction 10
Copyright 10
Trademarks 10
Changes 10
About This Manual 10
About the Tessera System 11
Handling and Safe Operation 11
Chapter2 - General Overview 12
General 12
System Overview 12
System setup diagram 13
M2 14
Front Panel 14
Front Panel Status LEDs 14
Rear Panel Connections 15
S4 17
Front Panel 17
Rear Panel 18
T1 19
Front Panel 19
Front Panel Status LEDs 19
Tessera Remote 19
Tessera Control 20

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Chapter 3 - Quick Start Guide 21
Setting up your system 21
Setting up your project 22
Connecting your fixtures 23
Chapter 4 - Processor Settings 25
Processor Settings 25
Identification 25
Network Settings 26
Logging 26
Syslog 26
Enable Watchdog 26
Security 27
Date and Time 27
Fixture Firmware 28
Preferences 29
Auto Load 29
Status Bar 29
Canvas 30
Crash Management 30
Restore factory settings 30
Format internal storage 30
Reload firmware 31
Processor Status 32
About 32
Chapter 5 - Project Setup 34

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Creating A New Project 34
Project Management 36
Opening and Importing Projects 36
Deleting Projects 37
Connecting Fixtures 37
Cabling 37
Connection Guidelines 38
Adding Fixtures to a Project 39
Adding Fixtures From Network 40
Sub-Devices 41
More About Topology and Associaton 43
Swapping Fixtures and Correcting Association 43
Changing Topology 44
Mapping Options 47
Interpolated Mapping 47
1:1 Mapping 47
Main Project Screen 48
Moving Around the Canvas 49
Fixture Layout 49
Selecting Individual Fixtures 49
Selecting Multiple Fixtures 49
Grouping Fixtures 50
Moving Fixtures 50
Device Properties 50
Beacon 51

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Reset 51
Reload Firmware for Selected Panels 51
Test Pattern 52
Selected Calibration 52
Using the Grid 52
Snap to Fixtures 53
Rotating Fixtures 53
Canvas Modes 53
Edit Modes 53
Video On Canvas Modes 55
Layers 59
Chapter 6 - Input Properties 60
Sources 60
SDI Inputs 60
DVI Input 60
Source selection 60
Scaling and Cropping 61
Viewport 61
Active Area 62
Snap Active Area to Selection 64
4:3 and 16:9 64
Input Colour Control 65
Black Level 65
Contrast 65
Hue 65

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Saturation 65
RGBShadow 66
RGBHighlight 66
Histograms 66
Setting Colour Controls with the Aid of Histograms 68
Crossfading 70
Test Patterns 70
Processor Test Patterns 70
Fixture Test Patterns 71
Beacon 71
Chapter 7 - Colour and Brightness 73
Intensity Gain 73
Brightness 73
RGB Gain 74
Colour Temperature 74
Gamma 74
Chapter 8 - Presets 76
Presets 76
Using Masking 77
Recording Presets 78
Editing Presets 78
Using Presets to Crossfade Between Inputs 79
Chapter 9 - Live Control 80
Introduction 80
Configuring the processor for DMX control 81

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Configuring the processor for Art-Net control 82
Enabling Live Control 82
Parameter Indicators 84
Assign controls to a Group or Input 86
For Fixture Groups 86
For Input Control 87
Minimum and Maximum Values 88
Default Values 88
Chapter 10 - System Management 89
Network Load 89
Network Bit Depth 89
The Effect of Rotation and Interpolation on The Number of Supported Pixels 90
Fixture Interpolation 90
Importing Fixtures 91
Genlock Settings 92
Internal 92
Reference In 92
Locking to Video Inputs 92
Additional Video Delay 92
Custom Test Patterns 93
Low Latency Mode 93
Typical Latency 93
Typical Latency 93
Test Patterns 94
Processor Test Patterns 94

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Fixture Test Patterns 95
Beacon 95
S4 Settings 96
Buttons 96
Chapter 11 - Remote Applications 98
Tessera Remote Application 98
Installation for Mac OS X 98
Installation for Windows PC 98
Network settings for Remote Management 100
To set the IP address on a Window PC 100
Setting the IP address in Mac OS X: 103
Connecting to a Tessera Processor 104
Tessera Remote Settings 105
Disconnecting from the processor 105
Offline Editor 105
Multiple Processor Control 106
Tessera Control 108
Chapter 12 - On-Screen Colour Adjustment 110
On-Screen Colour Adjustment (OSCA) 110
Display Colour 112
Display Video 112
Seam Adjustment 113
Seam Adjustment 113
Colour Adjustment 116
OSCAKeyboard Shortcuts 121

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Appendices 123
Appendix 1: Keyboard Shortcuts 123
Appendix 2: Supported Resolutions 124
Warranty 127
WARRANTY CONDITIONS 127
Index 129

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Chapter 1 - Introduction
Copyright
©2016 Brompton Technology Ltd. All rights reserved.
Trademarks
Brompton is a registered trademark owned by Carallon Ltd.
All other brand and product names used in this document may be trademarks, registered
trademarks, trade names of their respective holders.
Changes
The information and specifications contained within this document are subject to change
without notice. Brompton Technology Ltd reserves the right to make improvements and
changes to the hardware and software described in this document at any time and without
notice.
Brompton Technology Ltd assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies
that might occur in this document.
About This Manual
This manual provides all the information required for the correct and safe use of the Tessera
processors and the supplied software.
This revision of the manual was written for the processor and remote software release:
V1.2
and was published on:
15 September 2016

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About the Tessera System
The Tessera system comprises processors, receiving cards and software. These elements can
be used with a wide range of LED fixtures including panels, battens and mesh. Brompton
Technology welcomes all owners and manufacturers who wish to use Brompton processing
to control their LED video products.
For more information on becoming a Brompton partner please contact
[e-mail].
Handling and Safe Operation
The Tessera M2 processor is packaged in a rugged custom-designed 2U19" rackmounting
case with integral mounting handles.
Despite the strength of this case the processor should at all times be adequately supported
in a rack. The weight of the processor should never be supported entirely on the rack ears as
this can lead to distortion especially if the rack is roughly handled.
There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit and opening it will expose the user to
potentially dangerous voltages. The unit should never be operated with the cover exposed.
Opening the unit will invalidate the warranty.
The product is designed to operate from a grounded power source between 100 and 250V
AC, 47 -63Hz . Care should be taken to make sure this is a stable power source and if surges
are possible a wise precaution may be to place the unit on an uninterruptible power supply
(UPS).

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Chapter2 - General Overview
General
Brompton Technology make three Tessera LEDvideo processors for different applications:
M2, T1 and S4.
The M2 is the flagship in the Tessera range of processors. It can control up to 2 million pixels
over four Gigabit outputs and can accept incoming signals in a wide variety of formats up to
and including 3G-SDI and up to 1080p60.
The T1 has the front-side processing, scaling, rotation and DMXcontrol of the M2 processor
but with a single Gigabit output and can control up to 0.5 million pixels.
Meanwhile, the S4 processor does not have the front-side processing, scaling, rotation of
the T1 and the M2, but can control the same number of pixels across four Gigabit outputs as
the M2.
System Overview
The M2 processor can receive video input signals on any one of up to 3 ports:
lSDI A
lSDI B
lDVI-I/ Analog
The T1 and S4 processors only support DVI-D.
These inputs are dealt with in more detail in "Chapter 6 - Input Properties" on page60.
The Tessera processors can be controlled either via a mouse and keyboard or via a Mac or PC
running the Tessera Remote software and connected via Gigabit Ethernet. The processor
has an integral DisplayPort output port for local control and monitoring, and connects to
fixtures via four Gigabit Ethernet outputs (supplied on etherCON™ connectors). Each Gigabit
output can be distributed via standard Gigabit Ethernet peripherals such as switches and
fibre optic transceivers.

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System setup diagram
Figure 2-1. Typical system set-up

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M2
Front Panel
AFront Panel Status LEDs
B2 x USB2.0 type Aports, which allow for the connection of USBmemory storage
devices, peripherals such as keyboard or mouse or other USBdevices
Front Panel Status LEDs
LEDName Indication
Active Is lit whilst Local User Interface or Tessera Remote in use
Ethernet When blinking indicates that the processor is detecting a
network connection.
DMX In A DMX signal is being received by the processor
Video In The processor is connected to a valid video input source.
Reference In The processor has a valid source of genlock connected to
the reference input connector.
Tessera Out The processor is connected to panels.
Black/Freeze Either the blackout or freeze button has been enabled.
Overtemp
Off: temperature normal
Blinking: processor overheating but operational
On: processor overheated and shutdown

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Rear Panel Connections
M2 processor
M2B processor
A
Remote Control
Connect a PC or Mac running the Tessera Remote or Tessera Control application, or
an eDMX protocol directly to the local data Gigabit Ethernet port.
B
Local User Interface
The M2 Processor can be operated locally with a monitor connected via DisplayPort.
Peripherals such as mouse and keyboard can be connected to the USB ports on either
the front or rear panel.
C
DVI Input
A DVI input of up to 1920x1080 @ 60Hz (148.5MHz pixel clock) is available. This is a
DVI-I input which supports DVI-D, VGA/ RGBHV and Component Analog (YPbPr)with a
suitable adapter.

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D
Reference Input
Used for analog bi-level or tri-level sync.
E
DMX 512-A Input
For DMX real-time control.
F
3G-SDI Input
Two 3G-SDI inputs are available. Both inputs can be used concurrently. The SDI inputs
support up to 3G-SDI level A or level B. Both inputs can be used together to support
Dual Link HD-SDI.
G
Loop Thru Ports
All video inputs and syncs have re-clocked loop thru ports.
H
DisplayPort Input
Not currently implemented.
I
Gigabit Ethernet Outputs
The M2 processor has four Ethernet outputs which are provided on EtherCON
connectors. Fixtures should be connected with gigabit Ethernet cable (Cat-5e or
above). For more information on Ethernet connection see "Connecting Fixtures" on
page37.
J
On/Off Switch
The processor can be turned off from the power switch. It can be shutdown from the
local interface or remote computer. No harm will result from turning the processor
off at the switch.
K
IEC Mains Input
The input is auto ranging from 100-250v/47-63Hz
L
DMX512-AInput and Thru
For DMXreal-time control
M
Remote Control Ports
The M2Bhas two Gigabit Ethernet ports for Remote Control. These act like a switch
and can be used for daisy-chaining in to other Tessera processors.

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S4
Front Panel
AFront panel status LEDs
BBlack Button:sends the output of the processor to black
CFreeze button:freezes the output of the processor
D2 x USB 2.0 type Aports, for the connection of USBmemory storage devices, peri-
pherals such as a keyboard or mouse or other USBperipherals
Front Panel Status LEDs
LEDName Indication
Active Blinks whilst Local User Interface or Tessera Remote applic-
ation in use
Ethernet
Processor is connected to Tessera Remote. When blinking
indicates that the processor is detecting a network con-
nection.
Video In The processor is connected to a valid video input source.
Tessera Out The processor is connected to panels.
Overtemp
Off:Temperature normal
Blinking: processor overheating but operational
On: processor overheated but shutdown

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Rear Panel
A
Gigabit Ethernet Outputs
The S4 processor has four Ethernet outputs which are provided on EtherCON
connectors. Fixtures should be connected with gigabit Ethernet cable (Cat-5e or
above). For more information on Ethernet connection see Connecting Fixtures on
page 1.
B
DVI-D Input
A DVI-D input of up to 1920x1080 is available, with a reclocked DVI-D thru
C
Local User Interface
The M2 Processor can be operated locally with a monitor connected via DisplayPort.
Peripherals such as mouse and keyboard can be connected to the USB ports on either
the front or rear panel
D
Remote Control Ports
The S4has a Gigabit Ethernet port for remote control with Tessera Remote software
only.
E
IECMains Input and On/Off Switch
The S4 processor supports a voltage range of 100V-240V, and a mains frequency
range of 50 - 60Hz. The processor can be turned off from the power switch. It can be
shutdown from the local interface or remote computer. No harm will result from
turning the processor off at the switch.

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T1
Front Panel
AFront panel status LEDs
B2 x USB2.0 type Aports, for the connection of USBmemory storage devices, peri-
pherals such as a keyboard board or a mouse or other USBperipherals
Front Panel Status LEDs
LEDName Indication
Active Blinks whilst Local User Interface or Remote Control in use
Ethernet
Processor is connected to Tessera Remote. When blinking
indicates that the processor is detecting a network con-
nection.
DMX In A DMX source is connected to the processor.
Video In The processor is connected to a valid video input source.
Tessera Out The processor is connected to panels.
Black/Freeze Either the blackout or freeze button has been enabled.
Overtemp
Off: temperature normal
Blinking: processor overheating but operational
On: processor overheated and shutdown
Tessera Remote
You can access the processor’s user interface remotely using a Mac or Windows PC
connected directly to or on the same network as the processor by installing and running the
Tessera Remote application. You may also use this application's Offline Editor mode to
design your configuration without being connected to a network. The project can then be

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imported to the processor via USBflash drive and connected to fixtures on the network at a
later date.
For details on how to install and use Tessera Remote, see "Chapter 11 - Remote Applications"
on page98
Tessera Control
Tessera Control is an application available for Mac and Windows PCsthat allows live control
of multiple processors on the same network from one application. See "Chapter 11 - Remote
Applications" on page98